The fact that you're here at DiscoverSunCrest.com probably means you're considering moving to the neighborhood. But which approach is right for you?
Buying a home has many benefits over building a new one. There's something reassuring about being able to see, touch, smell, and walk around a home before you buy it. Buying a home often means the "kinks" have been worked out of a newer home, or that you can often find a lower price on a home that needs a few repairs. If you're in a hurry buying an existing home can often take months less than opting to build.
BENEFITS OF BUYING VS. BUILDING
- Ability to see finished product before deciding to buy
- Much less wait to move in
- Homes available in nearly every location
- Pick your neighbors
- Landscape usually established
- No fretting over design decisions
- Less pressure to preserve pristine home condition
- Home's value more solidly established (good for resale projections)
- Still a variety to choose from
- No hassle dealing with builder
DRAWBACKS OF BUYING VS. BUILDING
- Home is used, no longer in pristine condition
- Sometimes needs repairs
- Difficult to match existing property with specific vision of your "dream home"
- Living with someone else's design decisions
- Usually no existing warranty (although these can be purchased)
- Must choose from homes available at the time you need to purchase
The best way to decide whether buying or building is right for you is to meet with an experienced Realtor. With nearly 20 years of experience, Robyn has helped hundreds of individuals and families find their perfect home--existing or built. She's seen ambitious people burned out in the building process and buyers not quite satisfied after choosing to buy instead of build.
Below are some questions to consider. Once you have, call Robyn Foulger at 801.205.3388 or email her at robyn@yoursuncrestrealtor.com to talk about buying versus building in SunCrest and how find what suits you best.
DO I BUY OR DO I BUILD?
- How soon do I want/need to be into a home?
- How much do I want to pay for a home?
- Does it matter what neighborhood I live in?
- How long to I anticipate living in my next home?
- How specific is my idea of a "perfect home?"
- Are there "deal-breaker" features that my home must have? (ie. Yard size, disability access, location, specialty rooms)
- Do I care about what style doorknobs/cabinet handles/light fixtures are in my home?
- Am I good at making decisions?
- Am I good at visualizing written descriptions?
- Do I have an overall good attention to details?
- Do I mind living in home where someone else once lived?
- Am I good at doing minor home repairs?
IMPORTANT:
Having a Realtor on your side is an invaluable asset that doesn't cost you a thing when building. However, home developer rules state your Realtor MUST accompany you IN PERSON the FIRST time you tour a model home or they will NOT be allowed to represent you in your purchase.
For more information, or if you are considering building a home in SunCrest, make sure you read "Why Use a Realtor When Buying" in the "Buying in SunCrest" section of this website.
